Black Friday has never been my thing – I'm not a fan of rampant consumerism, and I hate malls, so there's really no reason I'd ever find myself waiting in line to fight for a new big screen TV or some other similarly silly electronic gadget. Watching people throw elbows as they try to snag the latest must-have gift makes me worry more than usual about the future of the human race; it's hard to envision a peaceful, happy utopia when faced with a video of an enraged mother punching someone in the face over an overpriced piece of plastic.
All of that said, plenty of people
do enjoy shopping for good deals and deep discounts this time of year, and for us mountain bikers, well, it might actually be a decent time to go shopping. Just keep your hands to yourself, please.
The frenetic pandemic-fueled bike craze has subsided, forcing online and brick-and-mortar retailers alike to assess their inventories as winter arrives in the Northern Hemisphere. The reduced demand could mean deep discounts are on the way, at least in the cases where a retailer was overly optimistic in their ordering.
By the time you read this I'll hopefully be deep in the woods, miles away from any cash registers or computer screens. That's good news for me, but it also means I don't have any screaming deals or Black Friday specials to share – I'm leaving that up to you, the clever commenters. Think of it as crowd-sourced coupon hunting – where have you found the best prices on all things mountain bike related?
Let us know in the comments - where are you finding the best prices on all things mountain bike related?
Ah...good times...
Also, long time lurker finally created an account. Hi everyone!
Good to have you here bud!
Who was president in 2020? Who pushed for the monetary policy?
I dont like the current president either. But at least acknowledge reality.
For those about to scream about freedom of speech; there's a time and a place, this is neither of those.
“The year 2021 saw an especially steep increase in global freight rates, reaching a record price of nearly 10,400 U.S. dollars in September 2021. In October 2022, the global freight rate index stood at 3,100 U.S. dollars.”
www.statista.com/statistics/1266618/china-eastern-asia-to-north-american-west-coast-container-freight-rates
Speculating here - factor in inflation and typical corporate 4Q behavior this is profit taking to preserve margins. The Black Friday sales are not “sales” in a manner of speaking but more or less taking advantage of consumer price desensitization and the “finger-quotey 2023 recession.” I think the only deal out there is clearance Raceface Next R cranks only because the next generation product is set at the prior market price.
I would like a bike I can call my own…..
Here Pushy's definitely matches the behaviour you describe.
www.chainreactioncycles.com/mobile/fi/en/manitou-mezzer-pro-boost-mountain-bike-fork/rp-prod188906
27.5 riders might also enjoy the discounted wtb trail boss and judges, on both crc and wiggle
www.chainreactioncycles.com/brand-x-trail-wheelset/rp-prod202310?utm_source=Salesforce&utm_medium=email&sfmc_id=91660352&utm_campaign=1432&utm_content=ROW
Obviously with all those different standards (axles, freehubs) they may not work for everyone. But with me running 26" wheels, 100x15 in the front and 142x12 in the rear, they'd actually fit my bike and the inner rim width isn't bad either. I just happen to have wheels already but otherwise these seem really nice at 150GBP for a set.
And of course, people still complain about Crown Corporations.
Electric cars can't come soon enough IMO.
So, no new fancy bike for most people here...
"Private corporations answer to their shareholders only" - this is not true in the Utility sector, not by a long shot. Privately owned Utilities have to answer to a Utilities Board, as do provincially owned Utilities.
"Crown corporations are set up to benefit the citizenry first while often turning a marginal profit that is put back into the system." - Provincially owned Utilities generally have a comparable ROE to privately owned. Though you are right, dividends get paid back to your province, which should reduce the amount the collect from tax payers.
"At the same time providing an equal or better service at a cost similar or less than that of a private corporation." - this is often not the case, unfortunately. Perhaps not in BC, but across Canada as a government has done as much harm as good, and probably more harm in general in the energy sector than well regulated private entities ever could!
You are correct, there are utilities boards, but here they just approved a 10.2% hike in natural gas costs (privately owned), and they have zero authority over gasoline or diesel prices. I have never in 30 years seen anything close to a 10.2% increase in electricity costs.
Crown corporations go sideways when corrupt politicians use them as revenue generators, legacy projects, or appont their cronies to the board, which unfortunately, does happen.
All good points you have made.
In addition, it appears that they're attempting to clear out stock since the medium and large (my size) sized are sold out.
I get that companies have no motivation to sell a product at a discount that they could easily sell at a higher price. My issue is with all the hype around black friday, cyber monday, boxing day etc. In a lot of cases, there's just not that much discounted product worth getting excited about.
fezzari.com/pages/build?bike=lasal
"On this Black Friday weekend instead of replacing your suspension that has taken a beating for you, and saved your butt multiple times, show it some love with 15% off powersports service or 20% off MTB servicing before December 16th, 2022.
All you need to do is fill in the work order before Midnight Sunday and have a confirmed appointment with us before December 16th."
Nukeproof Horizon pedals for $51
Brand-X Ascend dropper for $71
Nukeproof ARD inserts for $37
Giro gloves for $13
Specialized Butcher T9 pair for $76
Ergon GA2 fat grips for $27 (Not really a huge deal, just wanted grips to match blue anodized pedals)
All those prices are after shipping and tax.
There are still some good deals on there for the UK though to be fair - it's just their pricing is so unpredictable. The comparision by someone else to Sports Direct is apt.
Support your local bike shop.
Give a friend a hug.
Ride your bike .
Feel the love .
I buy t-shirts and hoodies from a company called Nikin, a Swiss company that sources and produces clothing in Europe. They plant 1 tree per item you buy from them. But, for stuff bought on Black Friday they plant 2 trees per item.
I buy organic wine from a shop that sells organic wine only. On Black Friday they have a 10% mark-up.
20% off!
I know this is a different year and all though.
Watching people throw elbows as they try to snag the latest must-have gift makes me worry more than usual about the future of the human race
this phrase explains exactly what I feel when I see people getting in a consume rage on black Friday
Commencal have some epic deals going, if i hadnt commited to Nukeproof and Canyon for 2023 already i wouldve bought one... But considering it anyway even despite their new bike is coming very soon
Found max is tires at the turkey sale for $45. Got 5.10 shoes brand new for $50 a pair. Gloves $20. Did I need any at the moment…no. Will I need any of this in the near future…damn rights!
No thanks.
Wednesday £89…wait for it
Thursday £89…..wait for it
Black Friday £109 price slashed to £89……buy, buy, buy…..
pedalinginnovations.com/buy-your-pedals
That picture in the article scares me too. But for you as a bike(component) reviewer, aren't you too busy riding stuff you need to test/check/review for work to actually buy stuff that doesn't need to be reviewed? You can have only one rear mech at a time, two tires at a time etc. It may be different for PB readers who did actually wear out a years old component and need a replacement. Not meant as a nag, just curiosity. Would you even feel the need to buy a new component when you already have the next in line that needs to be reviewed. Or isn't it quite like that?
Sales? Seriousely?..
Component X. Price at 23.11 = 100$. Price at 24.11 = 120$. Price at Black Friday = 110$!! Sale!!!
Scams.
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